FAQ Category: Authors Insurance

Yes, professional indemnity insurance is advisable for freelance authors. It protects against claims of negligence, errors, or omissions in your professional work, including providing incorrect or misleading advice or information. This coverage helps safeguard your business and reputation by covering the cost of defending your work and paying any compensation owed.

Yes, professional indemnity insurance for authors can cover legal costs and compensation if someone claims your work contains libellous content. This protection is part of the coverage for errors or omissions in your professional work.

Yes, authors insurance is designed to support professionals across the writing and publishing industries. Whether you’re working on ghostwriting projects or other writing assignments, the policy provides protection tailored to your needs.

If you unintentionally breach a publishing contract, professional indemnity insurance for authors may cover legal costs and compensation arising from claims of negligence or errors in your professional work depending on the situation. However, it is up to you to follow rules and regulations and ensure you are following contracts.

Although the offers equipment cover, this would only cover equipment specifically designed or purchased for business activities.

Yes, authors insurance can cover collaborative writing projects. However, it’s advisable to review your policy documentation or consult with your insurer to ensure that all aspects of the collaboration are adequately covered and ensure other collaborators are also insured.